Executive: High‑Mix Manufacturing & Growth Leader

National Cart Company; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

401K plan with company match

Parental leave

Job summary

National Cart Company in Saint Charles, Missouri, is seeking a Vice President of Manufacturing to oversee operations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have 10-12+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, particularly in a high-mix environment, and will drive strategic growth and continuous improvement.

This role involves ensuring operational excellence, leading a team of 250+ across various functions, and collaborating closely with executive leadership on capital planning and strategy.

Comprehensive benefits include competitive salary, annual bonus opportunities, and supportive relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• 10-12+ years of progressive manufacturing and operations leadership experience.
• A minimum of 5 years in a high-mix, low/medium volume environment.
• Experience with fabricated metal products and related machinery.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end manufacturing operations across three locations.
• Lead multi-site operations and optimize production systems.
• Drive strategic growth while fostering a high-performing team.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

People management

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Fabricated metal products machinery

Job description

National Cart Company in Saint Charles, Missouri, is seeking a Vice President of Manufacturing to oversee operations across multiple sites. The ideal candidate will have 10-12+ years of manufacturing leadership experience, particularly in a high-mix environment, and will drive strategic growth and continuous improvement.

This role involves ensuring operational excellence, leading a team of 250+ across various functions, and collaborating closely with executive leadership on capital planning and strategy.

Comprehensive benefits include competitive salary, annual bonus opportunities, and supportive relocation assistance.